Allison Ginsburg, KPA CTP
Dog Trainer
Role at Tucker Pup's
I run our Cooperative Care program and teach private lessons.Certifications and Education
- I received my KPA CTP certification through The Karen Pryor Academy.
- I am also Fear-Free certified


Why I Became a Dog Trainer
I am excited about increasing the welfare of the animals we call family by helping parents create strong and positive relationships through training with their dogs. One area I am passionate about is rescue and working through the unique challenges that these dogs have, especially with behavior modification to aid in separation anxiety, fear-based behavior and aggression.Background Before Becoming a Dog Trainer
Before becoming a dog trainer, I spent 23 years working as a Marine Mammal trainer with dolphins and sea lions, including at the National Aquarium in Baltimore. After that, I spent four years working as a zookeeper, training species such as polar bears, tigers, lynx, coyote and parrots.My Dog
I currently have a mixed breed dog named Raven Noodle, who I adopted from PAWS. Although unplanned, we foster failed and she became a part of the family!Testimonials
Allison has immensely helped Cosmo with tolerating grooming. It’s like he’s a totally different dog when comparing his first day to now.
- Mark Lello
Allison was incredible for the Puppy Starter Program! Dog whisperer and so professional!
- Caroline Arnold
Our experience with the Puppy Starter Program was amazing, Allison was great, and Max looked forward to every session. She worked with Max on multiple exercises and also showed me the exercises to work on with Max. We will be going to our first puppy social on 10/4 and hopefully enrolling in dropoff training soon!
- Jennifer Kounnavong